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Diploma: Nursing: Neonatal Nursing

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SAQA ID72876
NQF Level6
Credits156
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma: Nursing: Neonatal Nursing was a 156-credit qualification at NQF Level 6 in the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It focused on nursing practice relating to newborn and neonatal care and was associated with the Curative Health subfield. The supplied registration snapshot ended on 31 December 2018, and its current registration status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification might be considered by people interested in developing a nursing focus involving newborn and neonatal care. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility or current availability.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for nursing-related work involving neonatal care, subject to current recognition, applicable requirements and the opportunities available to the individual. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Nursing care in neonatal settings
  • Observation and monitoring of neonatal health needs

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma: Nursing: Neonatal Nursing
SAQA ID
72876
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
156
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied registration snapshot ended on 31 December 2018.
  • Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any clinical or workplace learning requirements that apply.
  • Confirm any current professional registration or practice requirements with the relevant authorities before making an enrolment decision.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.